Trump Foreign Policy

US

State Department Overhauls Foreign Service Exam, Shifts Focus from DEI to "America First" Policy and Core Skills

The U.S. State Department has unveiled a comprehensive redesign of its Foreign Service Officer Test and training program, aligning recruitment and onboarding with the Trump administration's foreign policy priorities. The changes de-emphasize diversity and inclusion metrics in favor of assessing merit, diplomatic history, and skills like negotiation and critical writing.

Apr 2, 2026

US

The 'Foreign Policy Trap': How Global Ambitions Have Tripped Up Presidents from Wilson to Trump

Despite campaigning on 'America First,' Donald Trump's deepening military engagement with Iran places him in a long line of U.S. presidents whose focus on international affairs has come at a domestic political cost. Historical parallels suggest voters' patience for overseas ventures wears thin when economic concerns mount at home.

Mar 10, 2026

US

AOC Takes Her 'Working Class' Foreign Policy Vision to the Global Stage at Munich Summit

As speculation about a 2028 presidential run intensifies, progressive firebrand Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez is set to articulate a distinct U.S. foreign policy vision at the Munich Security Conference, aiming to counter the Trump-Vance agenda and connect global affairs to domestic economic struggles.

Feb 13, 2026

US

AOC Takes Center Stage in Munich, Outlining Progressive Foreign Policy Vision as Political Future Speculation Swirls

Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez is set to address the Munich Security Conference, marking a significant foray into international diplomacy for the progressive star. Her appearance comes amid growing calls from colleagues for a potential 2028 presidential or Senate run, and as some Republicans show increasing willingness to break with former President Trump on key issues.

Feb 13, 2026

US

Kushner's Dual Role: Democrats Probe Billions in Foreign Fundraising Amid High-Stakes Diplomacy

Senior Democrats are investigating Jared Kushner's simultaneous roles as a key diplomatic envoy for the Trump administration and the head of a private equity firm that has secured billions from foreign governments, raising sharp questions about conflicts of interest and the integrity of U.S. foreign policy.

Mar 21, 2026

World

Finnish President Stubb Urges Europe to Face a Shifting U.S. Foreign Policy

In a speech to parliament, Finland's President Alexander Stubb called for a clear-eyed recognition of changes in U.S. foreign policy, warning that its underlying ideology now conflicts with European values, even as he reaffirmed the alliance's importance.

Feb 4, 2026

US

Crossing the Line: The Perils of U.S. Presidents Endorsing Foreign Candidates

President Trump's recent endorsements of Japanese and Hungarian leaders break with long-standing diplomatic tradition, raising concerns about reciprocity, unintended consequences, and the erosion of foreign electoral sovereignty.

Feb 7, 2026

World

U.S. Diplomatic Missions Ordered to Scrutinize Global Aid for Compliance with Expanded Social Policy Restrictions

Exclusive: A newly revealed State Department cable directs embassies worldwide to audit all assistance programs against stringent new rules prohibiting funding for groups involved in abortion services, diversity initiatives, and gender identity advocacy, expanding a long-contested policy to nearly $30 billion in foreign aid.

Jan 30, 2026

US

Senator Lindsey Graham Draws Fire for Foreign Policy Pronouncements, Prompting Questions Over Role and Influence

Senator Lindsey Graham's recent spate of hawkish foreign policy statements targeting multiple nations has ignited a fierce backlash from commentators and lawmakers, who question the appropriateness and authority of his declarations.

Mar 10, 2026

US

‘Botswana?’: Levin Grills Ex-Counterterrorism Chief Kent Over Claims on Kirk Assassination, Iran War Rationale

In a tense Fox News interview, former NCTC director Joe Kent defended his controversial assertions linking Charlie Kirk's killing to foreign actors and alleging Israeli pressure led to the Iran conflict, while denying he leaked classified information. Host Mark Levin sharply challenged Kent's credibility and the evidence for his claims.

Mar 25, 2026

US

Cruz Condemns Carlson's 'Unhinged' Rhetoric, Accuses Host of Undermining Trump Foreign Policy

In a fiery episode of his podcast, Senator Ted Cruz launched a blistering attack on Tucker Carlson, accusing the influential commentator of peddling 'anti-American propaganda' and aligning with isolationist forces opposed to former President Trump's agenda.

Mar 10, 2026

US

Tucker Carlson Condemns Trump's Easter Threats as Civilian Infrastructure in Iran Targeted

In a sharp departure from MAGA orthodoxy, Tucker Carlson used his prime-time platform to denounce former President Donald Trump's threats to destroy Iranian power plants and bridges, calling the rhetoric 'vile' and warning of potential war crimes. The clash exposes deepening fissures within the Trump-aligned right over foreign policy.

Apr 7, 2026

World

Prabowo's Mediation Bid in Iran Conflict Stirs Domestic Debate Over Indonesia's U.S. Ties

Indonesia's president offers to mediate in the U.S.-Israel conflict with Iran, but the move faces scrutiny at home amid questions over his alignment with Washington and its implications for the nation's traditional non-aligned foreign policy.

Mar 7, 2026

US

Rubio Takes Stand in Miami Trial of Ex-Congressman Rivera, Reveals Details of Venezuela Lobbying Scheme

Secretary of State Marco Rubio testified Tuesday in the high-profile federal trial of former Florida Rep. David Rivera, detailing a 2017 approach by his longtime friend to broker a U.S.-Venezuela deal on behalf of the Maduro government.

Mar 25, 2026

Business

The Presidential Portfolio: How Trump's Second Term Fueled a Billions-Dollar Wealth Surge

An analysis of public records and financial disclosures reveals that President Donald Trump's net worth has nearly doubled since his 2025 inauguration, fueled by policy decisions and business ventures that critics argue blur the line between public office and private gain.

Feb 20, 2026

World

Rubio Takes Stand in Explosive Trial of Ex-Roommate Accused of Covert Venezuela Lobbying

Secretary of State Marco Rubio is set to testify in the federal trial of former Congressman David Rivera, his one-time roommate, who stands accused of operating as an unregistered foreign agent for Venezuela's Maduro government. The case pulls back the curtain on Miami's complex role in Latin American influence campaigns.

Mar 23, 2026

US

FBI Director's Partner Alleges Foreign Plot to Destabilize GOP, Sparking Intra-MAGA Feud

Alexis Wilkins, girlfriend of FBI Director Kash Patel, has unleashed a detailed conspiracy theory on social media, claiming to be the target of a foreign influence campaign designed to sow chaos within the Republican Party and undermine the Trump administration.

Mar 25, 2026

US

Speaker Johnson Rejects Nation-Building in Iran, Echoing Trump's Stance as GOP Grapples With Policy

House Speaker Mike Johnson firmly stated the U.S. should not engage in nation-building in Iran, aligning with former President Trump's rhetoric but highlighting internal GOP divisions on foreign intervention and legislative priorities ahead of a challenging election cycle.

Mar 11, 2026

US

From 'Recovering Neocon' to War Secretary: Pete Hegseth's Pivot Embodies Trump's 'Strike-First' Foreign Policy

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, who once warned against endless wars, is now the architect of an unprecedented, multi-front military campaign. This aggressive posture from Venezuela to Iran marks a stark shift in U.S. foreign policy and tests the limits of a doctrine centered on preemptive action.

Mar 10, 2026

World

Argentina Expels Top Iranian Diplomat as Tensions Flare Over IRGC Terror Designation

Buenos Aires declares Iran's chargé d'affaires persona non grata, escalating a diplomatic rift triggered by Argentina's blacklisting of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, a move Tehran condemns as politically motivated.

Apr 3, 2026